Ivanovic has had a torrid time for Chelsea this season. (Picture: Reuters)

Inter Milan have been scouting Chelsea right-back Branislav Ivanovic ahead of a possible free transfer at the end of this season.

The Serbian, 31, has not been at his best for the Blues this term and Inter look to be showing an interest in snapping him up if he is allowed to leave, according to Caliciomercato.

Ivanovic, who will have disappointed Inter scouts by missing Wednesday’s Champions League victory over Dynamo Kiev through injury, may not be offered a new deal at Stamford Bridge because of his poor form this season.

Inter have also had scouts watch Tottenham duo Erik Lamela and Jan Vertonghen as they consider a raid on the Premier League.